noun
southland
Southland (noun) means a land or region lying to the south. Example: “Migrating birds flew off toward the southland for winter.”
noun
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A land or region lying to the south.
"Migrating birds flew off toward the southland for winter."
How to use southland
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA southern region, used loosely or poetically rather than as a precise place name.
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Word forms
- Plural
- southlands
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Migrating birds flew off toward the _____ for winter.
Etymology
From south + land.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “southland” mean?
The word “southland” means a land or region lying to the south. In plain terms, a southern region, used loosely or poetically rather than as a precise place name.
How do you use “southland” in a sentence?
Here is “southland” used in a sentence: “Migrating birds flew off toward the southland for winter.”
What is the opposite of “southland”?
The opposite of “southland” — its antonyms — is northland.
What part of speech is “southland”?
“Southland” is a noun.
